Michael Soroka

Michael Soroka (biceps) threw a bullpen session Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Soroka has been out with a right biceps strain and is just beginning to ramp up for a return. He will likely begin a rehab assignment soon.

Michael Soroka is scheduled to face live hitters on Wednesday for the first time since suffering a right biceps strain on March 31.

Fantasy Impact

Soroka's progress toward a return is encouraging as he ramps up activity with a simulated game, an important step in regaining arm strength and command. Having resumed throwing only a week after the initial injury, he's stayed relatively on track for a short-term absence. Should Wednesday's session go smoothly, Soroka would likely make one or two rehab starts before rejoining the Nationals' rotation.

The Nationals placed right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list Friday due to a right biceps strain, reports Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com. The issue forced Soroka out of his first start of the season and was initially termed a cramp, but is now confirmed as a strain requiring an IL stint.

Fantasy Impact

Soroka heads to the IL with a biceps strain and will miss at least two weeks. Given his significant injury history, this is concerning. He can be dropped in shallower leagues but is worth stashing on the IL in deeper formats.

Michael Soroka was removed from Monday’s start against the Blue Jays with bicep cramps.

Fantasy Impact

Soroka had allowed four runs over five innings across 83 pitches. He is expected to be re-evaluated on Tuesday.

Michael Soroka will be making his first start of the season on Monday against the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

Soroka will be opening the series for the Nationals. He posted a 7.47 ERA across 15 2/3 innings in spring training.